The Crow's Nest
I am looking out my office window at home and snowflakes are floating to the ground. It makes for a cozy way to spend a Sunday afternoon after a weekend of excitement watching our “Fighting Sioux” hockey team sweep the Minnesota Gophers down in the Twin Cities. They were fun games to watch on television---especially with the final outcome being in favor of the Sioux. UND has only 2 more weekends scheduled with games in Grand Forks. “The Ralph” (Engelstad Arena) is a beautiful facility to watch and enjoy not only hockey, but other events that are scheduled there. My dear husband keeps offering to give me the opportunity to ride on one of the Zamboni’s between periods, but I haven’t jumped at the chance yet. One of our grandson’s rode a couple of years ago. Boy, I remember going to UND hockey games in the “Old Barn” where there was no heat and you stood to watch. We sure have it cushier now with our season tickets. O yes, I do get invited back to play with the UND band also. I don’t think I could hold a big baritone horn and cheer at the same time.
“Market on Main” is the place to be on a Saturday. My goodness for the activity at the store yesterday. They had a tasting party with marinated flank steak and a couple of appetizer dips for customers to sample. David Hilde has been busy this past week installing new flooring. I’m going to miss the character of the old floor that slanted and squeaked a little. I remember the floor tilting ever so slightly even as a little girl when Hoot Johnson would put sawdust on the wooden planks each evening before it was swept. TJ and Fred have also put new paneling on the walls throughout the inside. The many changes in the store look so nice and add so much to the interior. One thing that hasn’t and isn’t changing is the quality meats Jarrod provides for customers. He is so willing to accommodate everyone’s wishes. Smoked salmon has been added to the meat case. Ruthie has also added her much loved egg rolls again. They sell out faster than she can keep them in stock. I know I scarfed some up and stashed them in my freezer.
Sara Sorbo is busy playing basketball again this winter. This time she plays for Concordia College in Moorhead. She is having an outstanding season. I have seen highlights of Concordia games a few times on TV where they have talked with Sara. She not only plays great ball but is wonderful during interviews. I know I am one of many who want to claim her for Edinburg. Allen and Judy really put the miles on getting to most of her games.
Bernice Flanagan has done it again! She is the best promoter for our little town. Professor Emeritus Jerome Tweten of UND presented a program entitled “The Saga of the Sod Buster” last Wednesday in Grafton. Bernice called around and found 35 people who went down to hear him speak. Bernice lined up transportation with the use of a school bus. Edinburg was recognized at the event for building a sod house. Everyone had a great time. Thank you Bernice for all you do for Edinburg.
It won’t be long until St Patrick’s Day comes along. We had so much fun last year that we are going to do it again this year. What you ask? We are going to have a Business Club sponsored Irish Dinner and Dance----the dance will be polka and old time music. Maybe we can squeeze in an Irish Jig somewhere during the evening.
I remember growing up in Edinburg during the time dancing just wasn’t permissible. Once in a while after Community Club we would “Bunny Hop” around the Hall while the song “Muskrat Ramble” was being played somewhere within the building. That was as close to dancing as we got! All of these memories flood back because of the pictures that are spread out throughout my home. Loretta (Monson) made many telephone calls asking for pictures so looking through the myriads of photos has been a very nostalgic trip. I wish everyone could experience what fun this has been.
Bud and Lynette Langerud are on vacation somewhere down south. Lynette said they were flying into Las Vegas and then would rent a car and see which way the wind took them. That is the way to travel.
Greg Hall is on the mend after surgery on his arm this past week. Ruthie said he is supposed to take things slow. I know that is a tough assignment for Greg.
Hope everyone has a great week and we’ll chat at a later time. Thanks Susie for checking in all the time – and your frosting recipe was great!
